Bring your recruitment expertise and strong leadership skills to this dynamic team environment

The Adult Custody Division is one of four divisions of BC Corrections and is responsible for the care of approximately 2,800individuals in custody. Adult Custody provides custodial supervision for adults sentenced to incarceration and those remanded in custody. It provides core programs and additional services which balance risks and needs; ensures linkage with Community Corrections based on common core programming and integrated case management; communicates with stakeholders and participates as a pro-active partner in the criminal justice system.

Staff in the Adult Custody Division headquarters participate in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic initiatives and major provincial projects. This position leads and directs complex and multi-dimensional projects and provincial initiatives in one or more of the following major portfolio areas: Operations, Programs, Offender Management, Recruitment and Staffing, and Capital projects.

The Assistant Deputy Warden, Headquarters within the recruitment and staffing portfolio is responsible for leading the provincial recruitment activities and providing subject matter expertise for recruitment activities provincially. The position manages centralized recruitment and all stages of employee movement within the Division employing analytics, traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new and creative ideas. The position oversees the recruitment of correctional officers provincially including posting, candidate screening, interviewing, document preparation, onboarding, and ensuring employees are correctly compensated.

The position works closely with BC Corrections Adult Custody Division executive, centre managers, other government agencies, and industry partners including contractors and consultants.

Job Requirements:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience in adult correctional environment; OR,
• Several years of related human resources experience; OR,
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Education or experience in recruitment, human resources, project management, and/or budget management.
• Related university degree or diploma.
• Supervisory experience.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Myrna.Luknowsky@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is excluded from union membership.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work four (4) or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.